Brooklyn Back When - Open Thread

Hey Judy, thanks for the mention. It's rekindled love so yes...it is new in a way. I believe we have all heard the saying "the grass always looks greener on the other side." My response to that for years was that...yeah...once you get to the other side it can look greener where you came from. I thought I was so smart...lol. Another point of view given to me from a Pastor of a church years ago that I have adopted is "the grass is greener where you water it." Simple huh.
I hope you and your family can get into the Spirit of CHRISTmas during this trying time and make it one to remember.

Michael......that was very touching. You have a way with words. I'm so happy for you and Michelle........what a great christmas present!!!!

Well it was sunny until I got outside.....lol It's pretty grey out there now. I'm glad to be in.....going to have a cup of coffee to warm me up....and maybe a piece of pumpkin bread....lol

Michael Clemento wrote: Hey Al, I've seen you here before mentioning that you went to school with my sister Josephine. She went to St. Johns and I believe graduated in '70. Seems so long ago huh. I went to St. Johns with two Capraras that are cousins, Louis and John. I know you are from the area and can't imagine you not bein related. Although Judy here is a Giordano and not related to a Giordano from 20th st.. between 5th and 6th avenue. Good luck with your band tonight in Asbury New Joisey.

Hey Mike, here is some ancient history. I graduated from PS 40's on 16thst. (Long Torn Down) in 1947. The reason I mention it is I have seen some of the last names of people I graduated with on the blog and I was wondering if they were related some how: Anna Agoglia, Anne Marie Calvancio, Francis Troiano, John Biagini, Frank Compitello, Frank Greco, Joseph Iallonardo, Joseph Pascone etc: Some of them went on to Manual with me. :santa:

Old Goat in FL wrote: [quote=Michael Clemento]Hey Al, I've seen you here before mentioning that you went to school with my sister Josephine. She went to St. Johns and I believe graduated in '70. Seems so long ago huh. I went to St. Johns with two Capraras that are cousins, Louis and John. I know you are from the area and can't imagine you not bein related. Although Judy here is a Giordano and not related to a Giordano from 20th st.. between 5th and 6th avenue. Good luck with your band tonight in Asbury New Joisey.

Hey Mike, here is some ancient history. I graduated from PS 40's on 16thst. (Long Torn Down) in 1947. The reason I mention it is I have seen some of the last names of people I graduated with on the blog and I was wondering if they were related some how: Anna Agoglia, Anne Marie Calvancio, Francis Troiano, John Biagini, Frank Compitello, Frank Greco, Joseph Iallonardo, Joseph Pascone etc: Some of them went on to Manual with me. :santa:

omg warren Everyone is going to laugh, They say I am related to almost everyone from the slope LOL

Josepj Iallonardo is my Uncle,.He married my Dad's sister Evelyn and they live about a half a mile from here.
He lived on 14thstreet and worked in the cleaners down there I believe.
Frank Compitello sounds so familiar I think he was fiends with my Dad. A guy came to the reunion by the name of Rocco Agoglia wonder if he is related might be his dad...Now another connection we have...Bunny and My Uncle Joe

Michael Clemento wrote: ok...it *was* morning when I started that last post. Between the length of time it took me to finish and all the interruptions in between and then bouncing it off my sounding board...thanks Michelle!...it was after noon. I could have easily gone back and edited the "Good morning" part but found this to be a great way to introduce my new old love Michelle. I will be headin up to NY at the end of this month only to accompany Michelle back to FloriDUH to start a new life here together.
Enjoy the moment because it's these moments that turn into lifetimes.

I hope it isnt my sister Mihelle cause she is married and has a son in college...LOL

HI GUYS. WHAT TURNED TO BE A GOOD DAY, TURNED OUT TO BE A CRAPPY DAY, AT THE END OF THE DAY WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT WIATING FOR MY SON TO DROP HIM OFF AT HIS BUSUNESS. LISTENING TO CHRISTMAS MUSIC NICE AND QUIET, THEN BOOM. I TRUCK BACK WIDE, DIDNT SEE ME. BIG DENT AND GASH BROKEN LIGHTS REAR FENDER. OH WELL. NO ONE WAS HURT THANK GOD.

MICHAEL, THAT IS SO TOUCHING, REKINDLED LOVE, THAT WONDERFUL
BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR GIRLFRIEND MICHELLE AND LOTS OF LOVE FOR YOUR NEW LIFE TOGETHER !!!!!!!!!

WARREN YOU LOOK SO CUTE AS A SANTA BABY, GREAT PICTURE

Michael Clemento wrote: Good mornin to ALL the bloggers and to the behind the scenes readers as well.
What a small world this is and this blog has brought so many people together and that is amazing. What started out as a small thing has grown into bein a part of so many lives. Old friends have re-united. New friendships have been forged. People that might not have seen eye to eye at one time are finding new meaning in everlasting friendships. Some will never see eye to eye and that's ok too. I believe there are lessons to be learned in all of this if we(*I*) just "pause"(thank you Francesca!).
We are all survivors of one thing or another and though there may have been tragedies in some of ours lives we(YOU) all seem to pull together for a common good. This *is* a time to reflect on our lives and be thankful for what we *do* have.
I can break down all the negative things that have happened in my life but would rather focus on the positive that has come out of it. Does that mean I should find a dark place inside and bury those dark secrets? NO! That only allows it to fester. Each person has their own bottoms they must reach in order to realize the need for help. Help is available right here. Some might look at my bottom (hmmmm...who is lookin at my *bottom*? lol) and think...man...he's weak...is that all it took for him to reach bottom? And others might look and think...man...how can someone be that depraved? It's all a matter of perception.
I don't care if I sound corny to some because I know it is this kind of corny that has helped me get this far in my life and will continue to carry me further than some, including myself at times, ever thought possible.
I felt the need to share these thoughts and if *ONE* person gets something out of this, it will have been worth the effort.
Have a good one people,
Michael

You are right everyone had their own things going on and in their closets.
different family same crap... Same church different pew....
Yes we are her for each other.You think u sound corny I think i sound crazy always writing and putting my life on here. Who Cares!!! I love this place and all that are on here. We are a big family here and maybe some behind the scene readers think we are corny and crazy. I don't !!! ANDDDDDD that is my two cents.
May you be happy and healthy with your new and old beginnings with Michelle..
The Best Aways Love T Bone

Hi -
I'm gone for a day and a romance novel is written.
I'm very happy for you Michael (sounds like it was
an effective Pause) -- and Michelle, I am
happy for you too... I heard you referred to as
Michael's soulmate. Any women would love to
hear those words. My best to you both!

TO NEW BEGINNINGS - GOD BLESS YOU BOTH!




WARREN -
yes it is cold here too. Nasty rain. You look a bit like
Phil Donahue in your picture, very distinguished
looking! Hope you and Carol are doing well!


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Franny that was so special .....I said red bows and poinsetta's and you
said the Nativity ......blonde moment.....Judy and Carol ....if anything
put the Nativity up ......then stick your Christmas tree in there...somewhere!
So many people I talk to arent in the mood this year.....maybe we all
have to many worries.....


To give you guys a laugh .....you all remember when the Repo guy came
to pick up my leased truck ......because my payment was 62 days late
well......you'll all be happy to know my truck payment is up todate, my
mortgage pymnt was made, Nicole's tuition is up todate, car insurance
paid, Im feeling so good about Christmas......LOL.....I open the door to
go outside ...and there is a white paper on my steps ....saying Con Ed
was there to shut my electric....LOL ....cause Im late......LOL

Sooo I figure ....Thank God at least we have the truck to sleep in for heat
LMAO .....if I dont laugh ....Im truly gonna flip!


Terry .....tell Jonathan Good Luck on that test ....Vinny's Girlfriend took
that same test .....she said it was kind of hard and nerve racking
but she did it ....she is finishing her 3rd year in Law School this May
She also told me to tell Jonathan ....all the best on the Test!

AL .....I was at my Mom's all day .....and I was thinking about you all today!
I would have loved to have gone tonight.....I know your gonna make them
melt.....ok ...back to watching your video again .....(wink)

Suzie wrote:


This is tonight waiting for the light as I was coming home from Bklyn
The Best feeling besides seeing my Parents today .....was seeing
Angel's Circle all lit up with Christmas lights.

May they all Rest in Peace .....

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL THOSE BEAUTIFUL ANGELS OF 911

Hey Terry .....when is the Test ?

TOMORROW AT ABOUT 9AM I GUESS HAS TO BE THERE BY 8

She told me why doesnt he go where she goes ....I think City University in Queens


She also said if he needs to ask her anything ....just call her!

I BEEN TO THE ANGELS CIRCLE,ITS A BEAUTIFUL MEMORIAL, VERY TOUCHING,.IT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL FOR CHRISTMAS ALL LIGHT UP. YOU MUST BE VERY PROUD OF NICOLE FOR HELPING, GOD DLESS HER. !!!!!

Suzie wrote: She told me why doesnt he go where she goes ....I think City University in Queens


She also said if he needs to ask her anything ....just call her!

THANKS I WILL TELL HIM